Cutlery canteen

Amsterdam, 1772, silver mounts: Johannes Schiotling (1730-1799), mahogany, silver, velvet, silk

Keeping silver knives, spoons and forks in wooden cases or canteens came into fashion during the second half of the 18th century. This particular one was designed as a miniature piece of Rococo furniture, with rich mounts like those on an expensive commode.

  • Artwork typecutlery box
  • Object numberBK-1964-13
  • Dimensionswidth 29.5 cm x depth 22.0 cm, height 36.0 cm x width 29.5 cm x depth 22.0 cm